This journey to Nha Trang starts with a 45 minute transfer 33 kilometers to the north east of Dalat on a new road and through the newest national park in Vietnam (Bidoup Nui Ba). It offers fantastic cycling in the highlands as well as down a 28 kilometer pass to the lowlands. This downhill section is continuous ~ no joke.
The first section of the ride starts in pine forest and rolls through the hills with beautiful views of farms, countryside and Nui Ba Mountain. There is one final 3 kilometer climb to the top of the pass before some serious downhill. The 28 kilometer, uninterrupted downhill section is the longest section of downhill we offer. And the longest we have been able to find.
After reaching the bottom of the pass we meet Shamrock Rafting (our partners in this trip) and climb off the bikes and into the inflatable 2 man kayaks, purpose made for the kinds of rapids we encounter on the Cai River. This river forms from the many tributaries flowing out of the mountains we have just ridden down. We float down the river for a half an hour or so before stopping off at a small farm for a barbecue lunch and rest.
After lunch we jump back into the boats and tackle a couple more sections of rapids, enjoy the fantastic scenery, and float our way closer to Nha Trang. At the end of the rafting we climb out of the river and into our vehicle for a short 40 minute ride to the city center. The total riding distance is customizable with about 60 km being the norm. The rafting section is about 10 kilometers.
| Depart From: | 73 Truong Cong Dinh, or we will pick you up at your hotel |
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| End At: | Mui Ne or Nha trang |
| Start Time: | 7:30 am |
| Finish Time: | Depends on you - How fast do you ride? |
| Duration: | 1 day (4 to 6 hours biking) |
| Departure Days | Daily |
| Activities: | Mountain Biking |
| Biking Grade: | 5 - Easy to Moderate |
| Transportation: | Front suspension mountain bike |
| Meals: | Fruit snack, purified drinking water, picnic lunch. (L,D,B,L on 2 day trip). Please note one day in advance if you have special dietary requirements |
| What to Bring: | Hat, sunscreen, repellant, swimsuit (if desired), camera, toiletries |
| What is Included: | English speaking guide, all necessary forest and tourist permits, first aid kit, meals, bike, helmet and gloves |
| What is not included: | Personal major medical including evacuation insurance coverage is recommended |
Price: $105
